I continue to be humbled and amazed after all of these years of practicing Yoga, at how much I have to learn, and at so many times, unlearn. For years and years in my practice I went after the crazy poses, the longest holds, the fiercest teachers, the deepest emotional state I could bring myself to, and considered it to be the marker for if it was a "good or bad" practice. I had been drawn to and sought after [...]

Today is my 7 year Cancerversary and I almost forgot! Funny, not funny, that Facebook reminded me! This seems very fitting, as the past few months I have been reminded through deaths of my family and friends, how short and sacred life is, and to keep clearing out the toxic stuff that gets in the way or distracts me from what’s REALLY worth living for! I am amazed at how quickly and easily the “cancers” slide back in and accumulate, [...]

Two months ago my father in law, ex brother in law, one of my most powerful sister-friend/teachers/mentors died, and last week we lost lost our Grand Pup. What the heck is going on? It feels like a vortex has opened up and are drawing up our beloveds so quickly! Since December I have been wearing grief like it is a coat of many colors, taking it on and off, depending on what the necessities of life are on any given [...]

A personal note from a humbled Yogini. God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference. This prayer has been a beacon of light for me many, many times in my life. Towards the end of last year I would say that it became a daily, personal mantra, and at times felt like I was begging for any or all of these to show [...]

Growing up my family LOVED my Aunt Diane's frozen Chocolate Chip Cookies. They became famous when she started "The Shanty" in Woodinville, Wa during the 1980's. Her fans would line up outside waiting for her to open, they were that fabulous! Inspired, I wanted the challenge of making it gluten free for my friends and family. SUCCESS!!!! Oven Bake @350 Time 10 minutes BEST SERVED FROZEN! Beat together ( MUSIC HELPS): 1LB Butter 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Add and Beat: [...]

Name: Karen Kane Hometown: Fall City, WA Occupation(s): Environmental Consultant, Kids Yoga Teacher, Prenatal Yoga Teacher. I have also been an Environmental Educator, a Preschool Teacher, and a Public School Teacher How long have you been practicing Yoga? 18 years What Style do you practice and teach? I love to practice Forrest Yoga and Hot Vinyasa. I teach Kids and Prenatal. What is your favorite part of being a member of our studio, classes, & community? I have been coming [...]

Name: Jennifer Orchard Hometown: Carnation Occupation(s): Professional Photography, Essential Oils and Yoga How long have you been practicing Yoga? I have been practicing yoga for 7 years. What Style do you practice and teach? I practice and teach Forrest Yoga. What is your favorite part of being a member of our studio, classes, & community? My favorite part of our studio is the setting...by the river, waterfall & pond view, nature all around. My favorite part about classes and community [...]